Nickys Kids Town Lane Cove has been operating since 1991 and the centre owners are involved in the centre on a daily basis. We offer our families an extensive and personal orientation program and this allows us to have parents and children settled before they commence care.
Our educational programme is child centred and we base our education on our children’s interests. We provide our children with a school readiness program. We are an accredited Little Scientist Centre.
All meals are provided and we cater for all allergies and cultural requirements. We provide vegetarian and halal options.
Our staff are qualified educators with first aid and anaphylaxis training.
Our beautiful centre is located on the edge of Lane Cove’s bushland. The playground provides the children with an amazing natural play space and environment. Contact us for more information.
Peter Rabbit Community Preschool has been Nurturing Young Minds on the Upper North Shore for 80yrs. Peter Rabbit Community Preschool is a not-for-profit community-based preschool run by a parent committee that supports the qualified and dedicated staff and ensures the best interests of the children. Our preschool is nestled in a natural garden setting with a large, well shaded outdoor area.
With a maximum of 20 children a day, University Trained teachers and a specific Additional Needs Teacher we provide a play based curriculum focused on preparing children for their transition to School. Ages 3yrs-5yrs. Hours 8.30am-4pm NSW School Terms.
Contact us for more information.
Lift Off! Speech Language and Learning We provide an accessible speech pathology service that assists children of all ages in developing their communication and academic skills. We strive to assist your child in every way possible and offer the highest quality service with individualised attention.
We provide assessment and intervention programs that suit the learning style and specific needs of your child. We offer clinic based services primarily but also provide home visits and school visit on Sydney's North Shore.
We work with children between the ages of 12 months and 18 years in the following areas:
• Speech development including articulation and clarity
• Speech sound disorders
• Dyspraxia (Childhood Apraxia of Speech)
• Receptive and Expressive Language development
• Higher Level Language skills including executive functioning, auditory processing, working memory
• Social skills
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Stuttering
• Voice disorders
• Primary School language and academic development
• High School language and academic development
• Literacy difficulties including dyslexia
• Written and Oral Expression
• Bilingual Learning - Cantonese
For more information please Contact Us Today
Academy For Early Learners, we understand that the first five years in a child’s life form the cornerstone on which their future development is based. Hence it is important to provide them with the right environment to learn from an early age. With this in mind, we have specifically designed unique educational programs to suit all children, aged from six weeks through to six years. These developmental programs are guided by the latest childhood learning research, as a supplement to the national early years learning framework, using a combination of structured and discovery learning.
Beautifully located in West Pymble, Academy for Early Learners has the latest educational toys, play rooms, shaded outdoor areas, and much more.
We provide all meals and we are open 52 weeks a year. We provide care for children from 6 weeks to 5 years. Our opening hours are 6.30am to 6.30pm. Contact us for more information.
Gumnut at Forum Childcare Centre We are a community based, non-profit long day care centre which caters for 45 children aged from 6 weeks to 5 years of age. Our Centre operates for 50 weeks a year and opens from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
Gumnut at Forum recognises the uniqueness of each child and the importance of children’s play. Our Educators work in partnerships with its families and the community, creating meaningful relationships and opportunities for greater collaboration. Each and every child is valued and encourage to choose experiences that are meaningful and thought provoking.
At Gumnut, Play is an important tool for children’s learning. We incorporate hands on experiences in our program that embrace children’s social, emotional, physical and intellectual needs. These experiences also help children develop the skills to confidently build long lasting relationships. Contact us for more information for 2019 enrolments.
Established in 2010, First Aid For You has been delivering courses that are designed to make you think, laugh and learn along the way.
We provide professional hands-on group training for 5 people or more.
We come to you at home or at work, 7 days a week, conducting courses at a time that suits.
Delivering both accredited courses and information sessions in:
- First Aid For Families ( 2 hours and perfect for all parents and carers of children)
- HLTAID003 Provide First Aid
- HLTAID004 Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting
- HLTAID001 Cardio pulmonary resuscitation
- 22024VIC Emergency Management of Asthma
- 22099VIC First aid management of Anaphylaxis
FAFY Trainers are dedicated, passionate, qualified mix of paramedics, nurses, medical specialists, child and adult educators BUT most importantly amazingly talented and experienced MUMS.
We also run First Aid for KIDS Workshops – a 1 hour interactive, fun and very informative first aid course just for 5 – 12yr olds. Are your Kids ready to be Superheroes and help save a life? Bookings are now available for School Incursions, Vacation and After Hour School Cares and private workshops.
For more information visit www.firstaidforyou.com.au or call 1300 853 050
Twinkle Tots Cottage
We are a boutique long day care centre in Waitara with small groups in the school.
We pride ourselves on exceeding the quality of care and the innovation education that we provide for each individual, preparing them for learning throughout their lives.
Twinkle Tots Cottage believes through small groups learning flourishes, in this ideal learning environment where the individual can develop with the guidance from educators.
We provide all meals and we are open 52 weeks a year. We provide care for children from 6 weeks to 5 years. Our opening hours are 7am to 6.30pm. We are located a 10 minute walk from Hornsby and Waitara station. Contact us for more information on 2019 enrolments.
Active Kids Group aims to inspire children with a lifelong passion for learning. We achieve this by providing a high-level of care and education in an environment designed to stimulate and inspire.
For 25 years now, we have consistently provided children between 8 weeks and 6 years of age with the tools to confidently learn and grow. We make sure all our children achieve their highest potential, ensuring every child’s love of learning is nurtured.
We are proud to say that Active Kids Group is among the most preferred and loved long day child care centres. We currently have 15 locations across Sydney and are now taking enrolments for 2019.
Contact the Family Relations Team for more information on 2019 enrolments. Ph 8362 3000 enrolments@activekidsgroup.com.au
Soccajoeys is a fun and enjoyable recreational setting for boys and girls aged 2.5 - 8 years to learn and play the world’s most popular sport soccer.
Soccajoeys is about a great deal more than just developing a child’s control with the ball, it is about giving them a well-rounded start in their physical, social and educational development and developing the ‘whole child’.
Our team of accredited coaches have developed a non-competitive, non-elite program for kids to exercise and have fun whilst enjoying the company of other children their age whilst being introduced to the structured, early learning principles of soccer.
Contact us today on 1300 781 735 or www.soccajoeys.com.au to register your child to one of our locations across Sydney.
A fresh and innovative online seminar!
Gen Jereb's The Traffic Jam In My Brain is a Sensory Processing Approach to Challenges Associated with Autism, ADHD, Learning and Behavioural Differences, presented by international speaker Genevieve Jereb OTR.
Now you can view the workshop on your own schedule (broadband Internet connection required on a single computer), learning at your own pace how to help support children to “learn and thrive from the inside out.” Gen Jereb's dynamic, practical tools incorporate:
- Regulation
- Respiration
- Rhythm
- Relationship
Improved video quality, and MOBILE ACCESS. Start watching on your desktop, then continue on your mobile or tablet. (Note that mobile data rates may apply.) If you can watch a YouTube video, you can watch Gen Jereb's Traffic Jam In My Brain ONLINE.
This online experience comprises seven contact hours of Gen’s acclaimed methodology and will be available from October 1st through November 14th, 2018!
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Hearty Health
The start of Spring means a new Spring Menu release at Hearty Health! Packed with delicious dishes, flavours and freshness there is no better time to try our meals than right now.
Some highlights from the Hearty Health Spring Menu include our new Hearty Health Chicken Corn and Sweet Potato Pie and the eagerly awaited Taco/Burrito Sensation.
Designed especially for children in Child Care, the Hearty Health Menu contains all the nutrients children need to keep them happy and full all day long. Hearty Health plan and create the menu, make the meals and then deliver straight to your fridge, plus there are options for allergen and cultural requirements! We take the stress out of meal time and save you time and money.
We invite you to book in a free tasting of our Spring Menu so you can taste the difference that Hearty Health makes…one meal at a time.
Contact Hearty Health at www.heartyhealth.com.au or 1300 728 762 to book a tasting of our delicious Spring menu and see what all the fuss is about.
PARENT INFORMATION
Eating & Toddlers
After the age of 12 to 18 months, there is a definite change in children's eating patterns as their growth slows down and they require less food. It is common for parents to be concerned that their toddlers are not eating enough or seem to be becoming fussy with the type of food they will eat.
Toddler eating behaviour:
- eat less
- like to eat frequently
- may become fussy with their food
- like to handle and explore their food
- may develop strong likes and dislikes ... and frequently change their minds about what they like and what they don't like!
- frequently mimic the eating behaviours of their parents
Meal times
Parents need to provide a safe, comfortable environment, and food that is nutritious and appropriate to the age and stage of your toddler.
Remember toddlers enjoy:
- eating with the family and they will often try to eat from other people's plates
- eating without interference from others as they will use a spoon as well as their fingers - but be prepared for a bit of a mess and meal times to be time consuming
- eating small meals or snacks at regular intervals
- helping with simple food preparation - toddlers will often snack on the food as they help you
- having things ready straight away - they don't like to wait for anything so BEFORE sitting your toddlers in their high chair have their food ready to eat
- drinking milk and juice - this can decrease their appetite - so limit these types of drinks or add water to dilute the concentration
Things to remember:
- Aim to make mealtimes enjoyable for the whole family ... not a battleground
- If your family normally eats their evening meal late, your toddler may be tired and will need to eat earlier
- Provide a variety of foods
- Encourage safe eating habits - always get your child to sit down to eat
- Praise your child for eating a range of foods rather than the quantity of food they eat
- Reduce distractions during mealtime - turn off the television
Toddlers like attention:
- If behaviour is positive - praise
- if behaviour is disruptive ue distractions, or remove them from the table and re-offer once again a short time later
- Always wash your hands and your toddler's hands prior to handling food
Reassure yourself with the following thoughts, young children:
· eat when hungry
· never starve to death from refusing food
If Still Concerned
Keeping a record of what your toddler eats for a week can be helpful. You might find:
- They eat more food than you thought they did
- There is a pattern of too much milk or juice that is decreasing their appetite
- Too many snack foods are being allowed between meals
If you remain concerned ask for help from your child and family health nurse or local doctor.
